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Dungannon Christmas Lights Switch On

23/11/2024-23/11/2024
2:30pm - 6:30pm
Free



Family focused festive fun will take place in Market Square from 2:30pm including music to get you in the festive mood from on-stage DJ, musical entertainment on stage.  There will also be free drop in arts and crafts in Ranfurly House.  

A Christmas Pageant will make its way through the streets of Dungannon commencing at 5:00pm.
Southern Area Hospice Services will organise a Santa Dash to commence at 5:50pm.  Local businesses will be invited to participate in this fun event.

As the excitement builds, Santa will make his way to Market Square in a de-icer provided by Mallaghans to turn on the lights at approximately 6.20pm.

After the switch on, Dungannon Traders Association will hold the Jingle Ball run on Castlehill, so stay for the fun!   

Road Closures:
Market Square Car Park will be closed from 10.30am to 9:00pm with diversions in place during this time. Full road closures for Castlehill, Market Square, and Thomas Street will be in place from 5:00pm-9:00pm.
 
Accessible Information: 

  • Disabled parking will be available in the Dungannon Town Centre Car Parks. 

  • The event area is accessible for wheelchair users with drop kerbs and footpath access. 

  • A minimum of two stewards will be positioned at entry and exit points in Market Square for any assistance needed.